Patents by Inventor Jacques Gulbenkian

Jacques Gulbenkian has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20040159058
    Abstract: An unbonded post-tensioning system and method are disclosed, as well as concrete structures utilizing an unbonded post-tensioning system. A void is created and maintained through the concrete structure in which at least one stainless steel strand is placed and tensioned. The void containing the cable is maintained unfilled. Strands may thus be removed and inspected, and reinserted or replaced as necessary. The invention has the advantages of reducing corrosion and permitting non-destructive inspection and replacement of individual strands.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 19, 2003
    Publication date: August 19, 2004
    Inventor: Jacques Gulbenkian